Prices and Jobs
Bureau of Labor Statistics reported August consumer prices rose 0.4 percent
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on September 11 that August consumer prices rose 0.4% from July, pushed by a 3.9% jump in gasoline prices.
Why it mattersFamilies face higher living costs as everyday consumer prices rose three point four percent over the past year.
How we got here
- Comments by Fed Governor Michael Barr and an S&P Global reading showing rising price pressures heightened expectations of another rate increase. CNBC
- BEA released August data showing headline PCE inflation rose 0.3% monthly, below the polled forecast. Usnews
- BLS scheduled publication of the September CPI report for 8:30 a.m. ET. Gov
- The Federal Reserve's scheduled two-day FOMC meeting began. Gov
- BLS scheduled publication of the October CPI report for 8:30 a.m. ET. Gov
What's likely next
- The Federal Reserve is scheduled to hold its two-day FOMC meeting.
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